January is school board appreciation month

Published 6:00 pm, Monday, January 8, 2001

January is School Board Recognition Month and Magnolia Independent School District is joining other districts across the state to acknowledge the contributions trustees make to their communities.

"Volunteer school board members serve countless hours working to improve public education," said District Superintendent Michael Holland. "In difficult times, school trustees develop policies and make tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that impact the entire community and the lives of individual students. They bear responsibility in Magnolia for an annual budget of $44 million students, ages 4 to 18; 1,000 employees; and nine campuses."

He added that school trustees have a tremendous responsibility, preparing today's students - and tomorrow's leaders - for productive roles in society. Holland said he believes school board members are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of each community's schoolchildren.

"We proudly join educators and community members in saluting these education advocates as they provide leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding, and school facilities. Their service ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by those most familiar with the needs of the community's children and families," said Holland. "These individuals deserve recognition and thanks for their commitment and dedication to the continuing success of our students and schools," he said.

Holland further stated that the Magnolia board will be recognized at its Jan. 8 board meeting scheduled at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Support Center Building located at 829 South Magnolia Boulevard.

January is school board recognition month

The Tomball Independent School District is joining other districts throughout the state to recognize the important contributions trustees make to their schools and communities.

Texans benefit every day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by a group of more than 7,000 men and women across the state. These public servants are elected to serve by local citizens and receive no compensation for their tireless efforts. These men and women are the local school board members of Texas.

"These people unselfishly contribute their time and talents toward the advancement of public education. They represent a continuing commitment to local citizen control and decision making in education," said John Neubauer, Superintendent of the Tomball School District. "Even though we are making a special effort during January to show appreciation to our school board members, we recognize their contributions reflect a year-round commitment."